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Name	Blue Heeler	Papillon	Lancashire Heeler
Origins	Australia	Spain France Belgium	England
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Group	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Companion Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Australian Cattle Dog Cattle Dog Queensland Heeler Red Heeler	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	Ormskirk Terrier Ormskirk Heeler
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler? Which is the smallest dog, Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler?	Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Blue Heeler or Papillon or Papillon? Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler weight comparison:	30-62 pounds (13-28 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	6-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	46 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	9.5 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler? Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler height comparison:	Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	10-12 inches (25-31 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	11 inches (28 cm)

Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler? Which is more expensive?	$400-$800	$400-$600	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler?	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler intelligence:	Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler trainability comparison.	Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler?	Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.
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Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler? Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Protective Alert Intelligent Hard working Resourceful	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Alert Intelligent Friendly Clever
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler?	Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. See more.	High: Papillon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Lancashire Heeler dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler social needs comparison:	Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial. See more.	Papillon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Lancashire Heeler is strong enough to escape from home. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Papillon dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler playfulness comparison:	The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Papillon is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Lancashire Heeler is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler?	Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Lancashire Heeler barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Papillon indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Lancashire Heeler breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Blue Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Papillon dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Lancashire Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler?	Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.	Papillon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lancashire Heeler bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lancashire Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler mouthiness comparison:	Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler health comparison. Which is the healthier: Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler?	Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Lancashire Heeler is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler health problems comparison:	No data available	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	Cataracts Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Collie Eye Anomaly Persistent Pupillary Membranes Reverse Sneezing Lens Luxation
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Papillon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Lancashire Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler lifespan comparison. How long do Blue Heeler, Papillon and Lancashire Heeler breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Lancashire Heeler: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler? Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler energy level comparison:	Blue Heeler dogs are high-energy dogs.	Papillon dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Lancashire Heeler dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Blue Heeler dogs need a lot of exercises.	Papillon dogs need a lot of exercises.	Lancashire Heeler dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler?	Blue Heeler dogs don't need too much sleep.	Papillon dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Lancashire Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler coat comparison:	Dense	Feathered	Dense
Colors What are the original Blue Heeler, Papillon and Lancashire Heeler color?	Blue Red speckled Blue speckled Blue Mottled Red Mottled	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black Tan Brown Liver
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler? Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler grooming comparison:	Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming. See more.	Average: The Papillon requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Lancashire Heeler doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler? Blue Heeler or Papillon or {name3 shedding:	Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately. See more.	Papillon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Lancashire Heeler dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler?	Medium ⏺ The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Lancashire Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papillon is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lancashire Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Blue Heeler dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Papillon dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler? Which dog is more friendly?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler?	Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Lancashire Heeler dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler?	Yes Blue Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papillon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lancashire Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Blue Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Papillon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Lancashire Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Blue Heelers are not the best breed for elderly people.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lancashire Heelers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Blue Heeler or Papillon or Lancashire Heeler? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler?	Not really Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lancashire Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Blue Heeler and Papillon and Lancashire Heeler have?	1-7 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-5 puppies
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Blue Heeler vs Papillon vs Lancashire Heeler Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club Foundation Stock Service

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